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Ravenscroft Law English Barrister's Wig & Large Tole Tin.
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Ravenscroft Law English Barrister's Wig & Large Tole Tin.

19th century
Sold 6 January 2025 · Krave Antiques
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This quality Barrister's wig which is manufactured by top London wig maker Ravenscroft Law dates from the late 19th century, is made of woven horsehair, marked with the maker's label of Patentee. Ravenscroft Law, Lincolns Inn Fields and also with the name tag in the original owner's name.

This antique wig which comes complete with it's large size black and gold toleware Ravenscroft tin which has a brass carrying handle and is sign written to the front with the owner's name of W A Williams Esq reads the same as to the inside of the wig. Also marked to the inside with Ravenscroft Law. Wig & Robe Makers. Lincolns Inn. London.

This wig sits in its original wig riser stand which fits nicely inside and lifts out.

A very nice original late Victorian piece that also includes the pair of antique white cotton gloves.

Maker: Ravenscroft Law.

Dimensions of tin: Length: 24 cm (9 1/2"). Width: 22 cm (8 1/2"). Height: 24 cm (9 1/2").

Approx dimensions of wig: Length: 19 cm (7 1/2"). Width: 16 cm (6 1/4").

Weight: 1.68 kg.

Condition: Excellent antique condition with only light signs of use in keeping with age. Some staining and a few loose hairs. Tin has some scratches and dents.

Date of Manufacture

Krave Antiques has dated this English Barrister Wig to the 19th Century.

Physical Dimensions
Height
24cm (9.45")
Width
24cm (9.45")
Depth
22cm (8.66")
Reference Numbers
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SA1079561
Dealers Internal Reference
VRWT3072
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Description
This quality Barrister's wig which is manufactured by top London wig maker Ravenscroft Law dates from the late 19th century, is made of woven horsehair, marked with the maker's label of Patentee. Ravenscroft Law, Lincolns Inn Fields and also with the name tag in the original owner's name.
fig 1. An off-white horsehair barrister wig mounted on a black metal stand, positioned next to a matching black tole tin storage container.
fig 1. Ravenscroft Law English Barrister's Wig & Large Tole Tin.

This antique wig which comes complete with it's large size black and gold toleware Ravenscroft tin which has a brass carrying handle and is sign written to the front with the owner's name of W A Williams Esq reads the same as to the inside of the wig. Also marked to the inside with Ravenscroft Law. Wig & Robe Makers. Lincolns Inn. London.

fig 2. An off-white horsehair barrister wig mounted on a black metal stand, positioned next to a matching black tole tin storage container.
fig 2. Ravenscroft Law English Barrister's Wig & Large Tole Tin.

This wig sits in its original wig riser stand which fits nicely inside and lifts out.

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A very nice original late Victorian piece that also includes the pair of antique white cotton gloves.
Krave Antiques

Maker: Ravenscroft Law.

fig 3. An off-white horsehair barrister wig mounted on a black metal stand, positioned next to a matching black tole tin storage container.
fig 3. Ravenscroft Law English Barrister's Wig & Large Tole Tin.

Dimensions of tin: Length: 24 cm (9 1/2"). Width: 22 cm (8 1/2"). Height: 24 cm (9 1/2").

Approx dimensions of wig: Length: 19 cm (7 1/2"). Width: 16 cm (6 1/4").

Weight: 1.68 kg.

Condition: Excellent antique condition with only light signs of use in keeping with age. Some staining and a few loose hairs. Tin has some scratches and dents.

Date of Manufacture

Krave Antiques has dated this English Barrister Wig to the 19th Century.

Height
24cm (9.45")
Width
24cm (9.45")
Depth
22cm (8.66")
Reference Numbers
Sellingantiques Ref
SA1079561
Dealers Internal Ref
VRWT3072
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Archive I An off-white horsehair barrister wig mounted on a black metal stand, positioned next to a matching black tole tin storage container. SOLD6+ MONTHS AGO

Ravenscroft Law English Barrister's Wig & Large Tole Tin.

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An off-white horsehair barrister wig mounted on a black metal stand, positioned next to a matching black tole tin storage container.
Ravenscroft Law English Barrister's Wig & Large Tole Tin.
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An off-white horsehair barrister wig mounted on a black metal stand, positioned next to a matching black tole tin storage container.
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  • ObjectLegal Memorabilia
  • Period19th century
  • StyleTraditional Legal
  • MaterialHorsehair, Painted metal, Fabric
  • ColourWhite and Black
  • MotifsRolled curls, Woven horsehair, Gilt lettering, Metal storage tin
  • SizeH 24 cm (9 in) x W 24 cm (9 in) x D 22 cm (9 in)

FAQs

Horsehair items should be kept away from direct sunlight, high humidity, and dust, ideally stored inside a protective metal tole tin to prevent fibre degradation and insect damage.

Such pieces function well as statement curiosities in a home office or study, often displayed on a bookshelf or mantelpiece to add historical character and intellectual depth.

Authenticity is typically determined by examining the quality of the horsehair weave, internal maker labels from historic outfitters such as Ravenscroft, and the accompanying aged toleware storage tin.

Authentic legal wigs are traditionally handcrafted from horsehair, woven onto a stiff foundation fabric, and styled with characteristic rows of tight curls.

Barrister wigs became a standard part of court dress in the late 17th century, following European fashion trends of the era, and eventually remained exclusively part of the legal professions ceremonial attire.
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